Respiratory Therapist RRT

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$7,500 Sign-on Bonus

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) with Matching

Student Loan Support

Educational Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist in Birmingham, Alabama. This role involves administering respiratory care procedures, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The position offers a generous $7,500 sign-on bonus and comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans.

Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of respiratory experience, with responsibilities including managing ventilator settings and performing assessments. Strong communication and judgment skills are critical for successful patient interactions and emergency situations.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Performs and documents arterial blood gas punctures accurately.
• Communicates effectively with peers and healthcare staff to ensure patient care.

Skills

Pharmacological procedures

Communication skills

Patient assessment

Ventilator management

Electronic medical record systems

Education

RRT – Registered Respiratory Therapist

BCLS – Basic Life Support

ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support

PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist

***** $7,500 Sign On Bonus*****

Position Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• $7,500 Sign-on Bonus

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.

• Future Security – 401(k) with matching.

• Student Loan Support – Up to $10,000 repayment assistance, because we invest in your future.

• Educational Tuition Assistance

• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.

• Paid Time Off

• Life Insurance

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist - RRT is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures, following physician orders. This includes performing assessments, monitoring patient responses, and implementing treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation, maintains patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of ordering physician/clinician as well as established organizational policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses to ensure effective care.

• Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure in order to facilitate patient’s cooperation and successful completion of the treatment process.

• Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly.

• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.

• Performs testing procedures, such as pulmonary testing procedures, as assigned.

• Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures.

• Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.

• Evaluates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper functioning, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.

• Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance with established respiratory care procedures.

• Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies.

• Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.

• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.

• Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.

• Implements age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.

• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families.

• Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.

• Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.

• Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.

• Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

Licenses and Certifications

• RRT – Registered Respiratory Therapist required

• BCLS – Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required

• ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support required

• PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support required

• NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU Department required

• STABLE – Neonatal Certification if working in the NICU Department required

State Specific Requirements

• Georgia: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.